The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 229

Percival furrowed his brows and glanced at Vivienne, who was busily texting.

“Percival, this is no time for love affairs.” Leopold said sternly

Percival redirected his gaze. His voice was deep and somber as he said, “Indeed. It’s time to return to Rivenwood”

“Rivenwood?” Vivienne approached, arching an eyebrow “Mind if thitch a ride?”

Percival looked at her in surprise. He had been pondering how to donvince Vivienne to accompany him to Rivenwood

Vivienne showed him her phone screen. He noticed the news about Anna’s disappearance and felt a sinking sensation in his heart

Dorian, observing the serious expressions on their faces, had a rough idea of what was happening

He sighed and asked, “Vivienne, are you leaving?”

“Yes, I’m heading to Rivenwood.” Vivienne turned to him, nodding solemnly. I’m leaving now”

There was no time to waste with Anna’s situation. Any delay could mean missing crucial leads.

“Dorian, you’ve seen how dangerous this object can be in your hands.”

Dorian remained silent.

“Consider this. If it had been Cordelia and Thaddeus with you today, what might have happened?” Vivienne continued, “It’s better if I take it.”

glanced at Percival and the others, noticing Vivienne’s trust in them through

he had retrieved from under the bed to Vivienne “Vivienne. your mother said that unless you were strong enough, you should never get involved in this mess. It seems you are

least she had allies to fight alongside her. She

Vivienne took

specially reinforced glass vial

little object had cost her mother’s team

was grateful for Dorian’s help in hiding her mother within

despite knowing she wasn’t his biological daughter.

his protection of the vial, even though

lift the burden that had bound him for so many years. This was her destiny and her responsibility to bear

Dorian smiled “But remember,

“Okay

worry, sir F’ll take care of Vivienne Percival assured Dorian as he wrapped his arm

off, his expression bittersweet

Percival asked Thomas to take them back

Vivienne and Percival hurriedly packing their bags. Vivienne, Percival? Where are you off to?

Elite University I need

opened her mouth to say something

He said

expression. After a moment, she smiled at Vivienne Airight. Be safe” Thank you, Cordelia Vivienne replied

gentler towards her loved ones, shedding the

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and avenge her mother. But over time,

was time for her to take on her destiny and responsibility. She would protect her

His hair affectionately with a teasing smile on her face and affection in her eyes. “Thaddeus, you need